Living like a salted fish in the end times

Chapter 338
After moving into the hostel, Zhang Hao immediately called the Chief of Staff Xia Congwen.

"Consul, have you arrived in Yanjing?"

"I just arrived not long ago." Zhang Hao paused for a moment, and said straight to the point: "Old Xia, as you expected, just now Gu Zhang told me about their development plan for the integration of the Bohai Rim, and I will let them follow what you said. Don't be greedy, first make the integration of Yanjin and Hebei well."

"Has Mayor Gu agreed?"

Xia Congwen asked along the way.

"Hehe, they seem to have no choice but to agree." Zhang Hao was in a good mood.

Xia Congwen quickly echoed: "Their plan is simply too whimsical. Fan Zhenxiang and Ji Lao are the same kind of people. They are staunch supporters of centralization and will not let the local government grow bigger."

"Then, can the 'Yanjin-Hebei integration' work? Will there be any obstacles from the Executive Yuan?"

"Consul, don't worry, the integration of Yan, Tianjin and Hebei is the general trend. Right now, the entire northern economy is on the verge of collapse. If the Executive Yuan doesn't want to take over hundreds of millions of refugees, it can't do nothing."

Xia Congwen explained in detail.

"Not to mention hundreds of millions, as long as there are tens of millions of refugees, all the achievements of Zhuwan District in recent years can be wiped out, and even cause a more serious chain reaction."

Zhang Hao couldn't help but sighed.

Xia Congwen took the opportunity to remind: "Of course, we must pay attention to the method of rescue, we must not leave any hidden dangers, and we must try our best to avoid big tails.

In fact, to tell you the truth, this Yan-Jin-Ji integration strategy was originally the countermeasure that Fan Zhenxiang was going to take, and this time the goals of the government are the same. "

"Oh? Then do we count as cutting off?"

Zhang Hao hesitated immediately.

He didn't want to confront the opponent head-on.

"Never mind, Yandu has always been a big trouble. Fan Zhenxiang probably has a big headache. I wish we could take over at the Governor's Mansion!"

Xia Congwen comforted him.

Zhang Hao thought about it, then changed the subject, and said without hesitation: "By the way, Gu Zhang said that he wants to join me, do you think it is very likely?"

"Consul, Mayor Gu and the others are not political idiots. They will not choose to stand in line just based on a verbal promise. This is unrealistic." Xia Congwen persuaded tactfully.

"That's it, I understand."

Zhang Hao didn't have much expectations.

Although he has no political experience, he has watched some political-themed film and television dramas, and knows that reality is not a novel, and he does not have that kind of domineering aura.

Next, the two discussed the way out for the development of the entire north. Zhang Hao combined some memories in the dream and came up with a good solution.

Xia Congwen nodded after hearing this: "Consul, it is indeed a good idea to develop Southeast Asia, but it is a pity for those coal mines in the north."

"There is something to be gained if you give up. The north is too cold and it is no longer suitable for human survival. In contrast, Southeast Asia is much warmer. As for the energy issue, as long as we increase the intensity of development on the other side, I believe that all of this will not be the case. Question." Zhang Hao said confidently.

"Consul, I'm afraid it's not that easy. The development of Southeast Asia requires a huge amount of funds, and the Federation's finances have become more difficult year by year..."

"You can let private companies go to develop it first, and the federation will follow up when there is a certain foundation there."

Zhang Hao took the opportunity to express his thoughts.

This is also a conspiracy.

He wants to re-establish a group of backbone industrial and commercial forces through the comprehensive development of Southeast Asia, and the government should not be too unscrupulous. Balance is the kingly way.

Xia Congwen didn't know if he was pretending to be confused on purpose, or if he didn't think of this level, but he praised:

"A good idea, especially the group of people in Europa, now they only have money left in their hands."

"It's not urgent, we'll talk about it in two years."

Zhang Hao reminded.

"Such a big plan is not that simple. We can arrange for people to collect relevant information and make preparations in advance."

"Well, then do as you say!"

……

Early the next morning, Zhang Hao followed Gu Zhang and others to the Summer Palace, where the Summer Palace Museum is located, to inspect the progress of the relocation of cultural relics.

Three years ago, in order to protect the safety of cultural relics, the federal government urgently passed a cultural relics protection bill, intending to transfer all key cultural relics in all regions to the capital Zhucheng for centralized protection.

In order to cooperate with this plan, Pearl City spent tens of billions to build a brand new Federal Museum and a huge underground storage in the city center.

As the ancient capital of thousands of years, Yandu is also the administrative center of the local area, with countless cultural relics resources, so it is the key city for the relocation of cultural relics.

"Consul, let me introduce you. This is Yang Shicai, the director of our Summer Palace Museum."

Gu Zhang focused on the introduction.

Zhang Hao reached out and shook hands with the other party: "Dean Yang, hello! I am not here to visit this time, but to help you solve your difficulties. No matter what request you have, you are welcome to mention it to me."

"Consul, are you serious?"

Yang Shicai's eyes lit up immediately.

"Of course." Zhang Hao nodded with a smile, "But let's make it clear that the southward migration of cultural relics is the general trend, and it's what everyone expects. Please forgive me for not being able to change it."

In fact, he did this mainly because he wanted to curry favor with the group of intellectuals and dilute his image as a businessman by protecting cultural relics and artworks.

This is good for re-election.

"Consul, don't worry, I am also one of the initiators of the relocation of cultural relics, and of course I will not object."

Yang Shicai quickly argued.

"Then what do you mean?" Zhang Hao asked curiously.

Yang Shicai pointed to the Summer Palace in front of everyone, his eyes full of anticipation: "Consul, the extreme weather these years has caused great damage to the Summer Palace. We want to put a protective cover on the Summer Palace."

"Protective case? What do you mean?"

Zhang Hao didn't understand.

"It is to put a layer of steel structure skin on the outside of the summer palace to wrap the whole summer palace to prevent the wind from freezing and reduce injuries."

Yang Shicai quickly explained.

Zhang Hao couldn't help being taken aback, and asked subconsciously, "How big is the Summer Palace?"

"It covers an area of ​​72 square meters, which is just over a thousand acres." An accompanying person rushed to answer.

"Such a large single building is almost three times the size of Phoenix Nest..." Zhang Hao hesitated for a moment.

"Consul, there is no technical difficulty at all, and it can be built with only 500 billion."

Yang Shicai said without shame.

"500 billion?" Zhang Hao shook his head with a wry smile, "Dean Yang, I may have to break my promise. There is a shortage of money everywhere right now. I am afraid it will not be so easy to pass such a large financial expenditure."

"Consul, we Yan are willing to pay one-third, and please help find a solution for the rest." Gu Zhang interrupted quickly.

The more than 100 billion yuan is not spent in vain. Once such a large project is launched, it can at least solve the employment problem of tens of thousands of people, and the benefits will definitely outweigh the costs.

Moreover, the summer palace with a protective shell is a ready-made emergency shelter, which can be used at any time, and it is not useless.

Zhang Hao secretly calculated, two-thirds of 500 billion is 330 billion, if the money is pooled together, it should be possible to get it together.

Even if Fan Zhenxiang doesn't raise a penny, he can still mobilize the business community to make donations. Just because of his face, he dare not say too much. 300 billion should not be a big problem.

If the rest is less than 50 billion, he will make up for it out of his own pocket. Anyway, several of his own companies have fixed public welfare expenditures every year.

In real terms, he only needs to pay more than two billion yuan at most. Compared with the huge reputation brought about by this matter, this deal is not a loss.

Thinking of this, he said decisively:
"Okay, I'll figure out a way for the more than 300 billion yuan. If the money is gone, we can make more money. If the Xia Palace disappears, it will be a loss for all of us."

"Clap clap clap..."

There was warm applause at the scene.

With tears in his eyes, Yang Shicai grabbed Zhang Hao's right hand: "Consul, on behalf of our colleagues in the Summer Palace Museum, I would like to express my gratitude to you."

"I am the Consul, this is what I should do."

Zhang Hao said modestly.

Next, everyone visited the cultural relics waiting to be transferred with great interest. The treasures inside were almost piled up into mountains, which made people dizzy.

"Consul, this room is the treasure of our courtyard." Yang Shicai introduced.

Zhang Hao saw the big cauldron in the middle of the room at a glance, and couldn't help walking over:

"Dean Yang, if I'm not mistaken, this is the famous Stepmother Wu Ding in history textbooks, right? It's also the largest bronze vessel unearthed in the Federation so far."

"You read that right, it's this treasure."

Yang Shicai nodded with a smile.

"I remember that the Empress Wu Ding is not in the Oriental Museum? Why..."

Zhang Hao was puzzled.

Xu Guoli, the former director of the Oriental Museum and the current deputy director of the Summer Palace Museum, immediately explained:

"Consul, in order to save money and help the victims, several museums in Yandu, including our Oriental Museum, have been merged long ago."

Gu Zhang immediately explained: "The city's financial difficulties, coupled with the harsh conditions for the protection of cultural relics, can only be better protected through centralized management."

"I see. No wonder you initiated that bill first." Zhang Hao suddenly realized.

"These are lessons learned."

Gu Zhang said with a long heart.

Zhang Hao admired more than twenty treasures of the town hall one by one, and then asked casually: "What do you mean to start shipping these national treasures?"

"This batch of cultural relics is the most important thing. There can be no mistakes. The departure time will probably wait until July and August. Now the temperature is too low, and problems are prone to problems on the road." Yang Shicai replied.

Xu Guoli then added: "All cultural relics will first be transported to Lianyun Port by train, and then boarded a ship from Lianyun Port, and finally transported to Zhucheng."

"Why bother?"

Zhang Hao couldn't help asking curiously.

"The main reason is to ensure safety. First of all, the probability of train accidents is relatively high, and boats are relatively safer; secondly, the law and order has been relatively poor in recent years, and this is also to prevent people from being distracted;
Finally, the transportation volume of ships is much larger than that of trains, and they are also more stable, which can save a lot of trouble. "

Xu Guoli explained truthfully.

Zhang Hao frowned when he heard the words: "But if the transport ship sank midway, wouldn't it be worse?"

"No, the transport ships transporting cultural relics have been modified in advance, even if they hit an iceberg, they will not sink immediately, and there is enough time for rescue.

What's more, during the transportation process, there is also a navy escorting the whole process, so the probability of danger is very low, at least safer than train transportation. "

Yang Shicai patiently explained.

Zhang Hao finally showed a smile, and said casually: "Prepare as much insurance as possible, these cultural relics are our treasures, no matter how careful you are, you won't be too careful.

If something happens to the cultural relics in our hands, you and I will all become sinners in history. I hope that everyone will not take chances and be fully prepared. "

"Consul, what you said is very good, we must keep it in mind." Yang Shicai expressed his opinion on behalf of everyone.

……

After the visit, Zhang Hao had a simple lunch in the canteen of the Summer Palace Museum.

Three dishes and one soup, slightly meaty, can only be said that the food standard is in line with the times, neither exceeding the standard, nor deliberately showing off, making it impossible to eat.

After lunch, Zhang Hao took advantage of the break and called the Chief of Staff again.

The matter of fundraising was officially handed over to the other party.

"Old Xia, you can go to Paul, the deputy consul, and talk to him in advance to see what attitude the Europa people have."

Before hanging up, Zhang Hao suddenly reminded.

Xia Congwen tentatively asked: "Consul, what do you mean, the Europa people are willing to pay?"

In any case, the summer palace has nothing to do with the Europa people. According to common sense, they would not pay, and even if they did, it would be symbolic.

"Well, aren't we going to develop Southeast Asia in two years? Let them submit a nomination certificate first, or they won't have their share by then."

Zhang Hao made up an excuse casually.

In fact, this is also a test, he wants to see if the Europa people really support him.

"I understand……"

"That's right." Zhang Hao interrupted again, "Try to make the event bigger, say it's for the protection of cultural relics, and don't limit it to the Summer Palace. If you have extra funds, you can choose a few more ancient buildings to protect."

"Consul, thank you!"

Xia Congwen flattered her a little.

Zhang Hao smiled: "It's not a coincidence, everything has been squeezed together. During this time, you have to work hard. When the Dragon Boat Festival comes, I have prepared a small gift here, and I promise to satisfy you."

"Consul, on behalf of all my colleagues, I would like to say thank you." Xia Congwen said happily.

As we all know, the consul is also a very successful businessman, the small gift in the other party's mouth is definitely not simple, and it should most likely be related to food.

This is also the most urgent need for everyone.

To be honest, although they work in the official mansion, their usual benefits are not as good as some enterprises and institutions.

The reason is simple. As a symbol of the Federation, the Consul's Mansion must take the lead at all times.

Moreover, it is impossible for Ji Zhangqiu to do illegal things for the sake of the appetite of his subordinates.

And all these concerns are not a problem for Zhang Hao. He pays for his condolences to his subordinates, which is completely compliant and legal, and no one can find fault.

Of course, the premise is that the small gifts can't be too much, just be on the same level as other units.

"You're welcome, you know, I'm not short of these things here." Zhang Hao said politely.

In the afternoon, the inspection work continued.

Under the leadership of Gu Zhang, Zhang Hao successively visited the power plants, plant factories and seawater desalination plants in the eastern suburbs, basically just looking at the flowers on horseback.

It wasn't until after ten o'clock in the evening that he returned to the guest house again.

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(End of this chapter)